If your KitchenAid ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Manchester, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Manchester
Within 30 miles of Manchester there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (7), Westminster (4), and Hanover (4). Distances run up to about 26 miles. None of the repair companies near Manchester name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning, around 3.7 miles out. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 4.2, 6.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
At the top of the Manchester list: Fix Appliance Baltimore County (14.9 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.6 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning (3.7 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Heating and Air Conditioning (16.6 miles away, based in Cockeysville, 4.3 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and dual ice makers. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells built-in side-by-side refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
The undercounter ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, and a dirty air-cooled condenser can cut output to little or no ice and overheat parts. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Set the fridge to 33 to 40°F and the freezer to 0°F and let them run 24 hours; KitchenAid suggests a professional to thaw a frozen water line. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
Before You Call: The KitchenAid Reset
If the ice maker has a reset button, press and hold it for a few seconds; if not, unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute and plug it back in. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Manchester and freezer repair in Manchester.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- KitchenAid recommends about 37°F in the fresh food section and 0°F in the freezer, changing controls one step at a time and waiting 24 hours to recheck. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Tips for Properly Setting the Controls
- Replace the refrigerator water filter about every six months or when the indicator comes on, since a clogged or loose filter cuts flow to the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Manchester
Most ice maker calls in Manchester come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Manchester
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Manchester, MD
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Related Repair Pages for Manchester
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Manchester technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.